It’s official: Community pharmacies partner with feds for COVID vaccine distribution
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 16, 2020
Future vaccines will be available to community pharmacies through partnerships with network
administrators, HHS has announced. The public-private collaboration will help cover expected distribution gaps,...
Healthcare workers account for at least 20% of COVID-19 cases
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 15, 2020
The number comes from state reports and is likely an underestimation, according to the CDC.
CDC posts videos to educate staff, residents on its 2 vaccine safety systems
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 17, 2021
YouTube videos detail the VAERS reporting system for CNAs and other facility providers, plus the agency’s smartphone-enabled post-vaccination health checker, or v-safe, which can be used by residents...
Chair-based exercise is safe and effective for nursing home residents: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 19, 2020
Participants experienced task-specific improvements in physical and cognitive functions, and enhanced well-being, investigators report.
Robotic tail could help off-balance elderly stay upright
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
For years, assistive mechanical devices, such as robotic arms, hands and legs, have helped patients improve function and gain mobility – and now a robotic tail is showing promise for balancing unsteady...
Final deadline is Wednesday for Women of Distinction nominations
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 10, 2022
Wednesday is the final deadline for nominations for the 2022 McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards.
Tooth loss may affect ability to carry out everyday tasks
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 22, 2021
A new study points to the importance of proper nutrition and oral hygiene among older adults.
McKnight’s Senior Living Online Expo kicks off at 10:30 a.m. ET; Registration still open
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 17, 2021
The virtual doors will open at 10:30 a.m. ET today. Attendees can still register, and have the opportunity to earn up to three CE credits while learning about workforce issues, technology and falls prevention.
More fruits and vegetables, less stress
By
Donna Shryer
May 17, 2021
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with a long list of health benefits, and that list just got longer.
Preventing vitamin D deficiency in older adults could help maintain better muscle strength, function
By
Amy Novotney
Apr 19, 2021
Vitamin D deficiency may cause poor muscle function, particularly in older adults, according to a new study by Australian researchers.